Amalgamation

Amalgamation

This page is a gathering place of information related to the possible amalgamation ofChrist Church and First United Churches in South Mississauga.

It will be updated on a regular basis and will be a gathering place of information during this process.

Amagamation Update

The date of the Christ Church congregational meeting and vote will be November 4th. This will follow a combined service at 10:00 a.m.

Please note that you have to be a member of Christ Church to vote. If you wish to become a member, please contact Ministry staff as soon as possible. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact Steve Shaver sshaver@whiteshedcapital.ca.

An amalgamation report dated October 19 has been prepared and emailed or mailed to members with information you will need to know before you vote. The report is linked below. Paper copies of this report are also available at the church.

July 4, 2018

Q: Who is on the Joint Amalgamation Committee that is exploring amalgamation?

We will send out a joint email update at least once a month for the next few months.

Q Have you dealt with or advised Presbytery of our intention to amalgamate?

Yes, we have been in touch with Presbytery and have been advised as to the steps that need to be undertaken.

Q: What has been agreed upon so far?

So far, we have agreed that these four principles would apply to amalgamation:

- the amalgamation would be a union of equals - First United could be involved in Christ Church’s search for a new minister - First United is invited to help in Christ Church’s Future Planning Committee initiatives - First United could bring their groups such as the Quilting group and the UCW

Q: What will become of First United’s building?

The plan currently is for the First United trustees to bring their assets into the new combined church with the new congregation determining what becomes of its assets including the real estae.

Q: How will the decision be made to amalgamate?

The Joint Amalgamation Committee will meet over the summer and into the fall to examine all aspects of amalgamation. It will report back to both the First United and Christ Church congregations in the fall with recommendations about the amalgamation. Both congregations would then vote. If the decision is to amalgamate, then a presentation would be made to Presbytery in November to gain approval to amalgamate.

Q: When will a decision about amalgamation be made?

The Joint Amalgamation Committee is hoping to have each congregation hold their vote in late October.

Q: Who do I talk to if I have questions about amalgamation?

We encourage you to bring your questions to the co-chairs of the Joint Amalgamation Committee.